Some days it can feel impossible to pull yourself out of bed to do anything, much less slog around in the kitchen. But it is really important, especially when you are in a depressive slump, to nourish your body. These meals for depression are super easy, quick options to get those much needed nutrients into your body. Remember that this is temporary and you will feel better. Meanwhile, you don’t have to think too hard, just take a quick look at this list and decide what to eat when you are depressed.
The Easiest
Don’t have the energy to heat up food? No problem, these meals are put together with almost no effort and are ready quickly.
Smoked Salmon Panini with Lemon Dill Mayonnaise • Ready in 10 Minutes
Delicious, satisfying and so quick and easy to make, this smoked salmon panini sandwich makes a terrific gourmet lunch or light dinner.
This recipe is going to show you How To Make Chicken Caesar Wraps in the easiest way possible. Using various shortcuts, this is a lunch that you will be able to enjoy in under 10.
The great thing about an instant pot is the speed at which you can have a meal ready to go. When you are depressed it allows you to make a warm and comforting meal quickly and pretty painlessly. This is the instant pot that I use. (note that I will receive a commission if you purchase one through this link)
Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs for a quick weeknight dinner. – Ivy Lillies
Instant Pot Italian Spaghetti and Meatballs all made in one pot. The Instant Pot. Check it out now for an easy weeknight dinner.
These chicken tacos can be as simple or complicated as you want to make them. Regardless, this instant pot chicken tacos are super easy and surprisingly fast!
Sheet pan meals allow you to include a variety of proteins and vegetables that will all end up with a nice roasted flavor. They are also very simple since they are just tossed into the oven and allowed to cook until they are ready to eat!
Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi with Tomatoes and Zucchini – The Short Order Cook
This fast 20-minute easy sheet pan shrimp scampi recipe is the best. The garlic lemon sauce with tomatoes and zucchini completes the meal.
Vegan Sheet pan gnocchi and vegetables makes a quick 30-minute dinner perfect for easy weeknight meals. This easy Italian gnocchi and roasted vegetables recipe is completely customizable.
Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Potatoes and Broccoli
This sheet pan lemon garlic chicken has chicken thighs, potatoes, and broccoli in a lemon garlic marinade. It’s a complete meal perfect for busy weeknights!
This section might be mostly for me. When my mental health is waning I really crave carbs, especially pasta. These dishes are easy, comforting, and laden with carbs.
10-MINUTE CREAM CHEESE PASTA
Delicious cream cheese pasta ready in 10 minutes, anyone? This easy, cheap and cozy pasta makes the perfect midweek lifesaver for your last-minute meal.
Easy Red Lentil Dahl is a perfect plant based dish – tasty, healthy and ready in under 20 minutes. Red lentils are cooked with spices in this traditional Indian favorite, packed full of protein.
